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121. RE: Valuation of 1970 MGB please? (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Wed, 26 Mar 2003 22:37:36 -0600
I *think* she's had it about 6-8 years. She's asking $4000. Is this in the right neighborhood? If the body is sound with little or no yes: YES - go for it /// or try http://www.team.net/cgi-bin/major
/html/mgs/2003-03/msg00713.html (7,160 bytes)

122. RE: fuel level sendingunit (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Mon, 31 Mar 2003 11:10:45 -0600
Yes, fuel is normally in there. Never seen a problem. Use Permatex Aviation sealer to seal the sender after making sure the surface of the tank and sender are clean and straight. Regards, Lew Palmer
/html/mgs/2003-03/msg00820.html (7,452 bytes)

123. RE: Original parts catalogs? (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Thu, 13 Feb 2003 13:12:29 -0600
In at least one case, I know of one excellent reason for having the original parts list: There are any number of fasteners - bolts, nuts, washers, lock washers in steel, plated steel, chrome, brass,
/html/mgs/2003-02/msg00221.html (7,973 bytes)

124. RE: WINDSCREEN WIPERS (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Thu, 13 Feb 2003 13:16:27 -0600
Is the gearbox stripped? the motor end of the cable? Most likely the wheelboxes which drive the wiper arms. It's a pain to do, but remove the rack tube from the wiper motor and check for good lube an
/html/mgs/2003-02/msg00222.html (7,397 bytes)

125. RE: Clubs and Pubs (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Fri, 14 Feb 2003 22:02:49 -0600
Blake and all, Actually BOTH Minnesota MG Clubs (The Minnesota MG Group - MMGG and The Minnesota MG T Register - MNMGTR) co-hosted the 2001 event. Both clubs are open to any person with an interest i
/html/mgs/2003-02/msg00255.html (8,341 bytes)

126. RE: Rubber Bushing Lubricant (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Sat, 15 Feb 2003 22:49:02 -0600
KY Jelly. It is water soluble and thus washes off easily when you are done. Unlike WD40 which is petroleum based and can attack rubber. Regards, Lew Palmer Just a general question. What do you folks
/html/mgs/2003-02/msg00286.html (7,432 bytes)

127. RE: Front wheel bearings (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Fri, 21 Feb 2003 14:03:29 -0600
What is the wisdom of the list on installing, adjusting, packing, buying etc. wheel bearings? == Larry, The accepted practice is to add or remove shims until the nut just nips up without excessive lo
/html/mgs/2003-02/msg00400.html (8,192 bytes)

128. RE: Oil pipe thread (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Wed, 26 Feb 2003 09:36:33 -0600
It's 1/8" BSPP (British Standard Pipe, parallel threads). I have most British taps and dies if you need to borrow one. Regards, Lew Palmer == can anyone tell me what the thread size/type is on the b
/html/mgs/2003-02/msg00547.html (6,916 bytes)

129. Requesting Opinions for MG Magazines (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Wed, 26 Feb 2003 15:52:48 -0600
No one has hardly mentioned "North American Classic MG Magazine". This is a 2 year old magazine which ranks near the top of my list. Good North American coverage, a good spectrum of models covered, n
/html/mgs/2003-02/msg00569.html (8,460 bytes)

130. RE: setting up air compressor - Off topic (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Mon, 6 Jan 2003 16:29:37 -0600
You can also find oil specifically for air compressors at our (Mpls/St, Paul) local Northern Tool stores. I agree with the other advice offered by Blake and Barney, except that I tend to leave the c
/html/mgs/2003-01/msg00083.html (10,212 bytes)

131. RE: Valve guide in south bay / peninsula (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Wed, 8 Jan 2003 16:23:07 -0600
Let me give your technical question a try: The silicon bronze guides are made of a softer material than the cast iron guides. This results in a few differences. Although the use of silicon bronze gu
/html/mgs/2003-01/msg00127.html (8,637 bytes)

132. MG 14 40 (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Thu, 9 Jan 2003 09:28:01 -0600
You can find those clamps at Paul Beck Vintage Supplies in the UK. They are called Nesthill clips. Order online at: http://www.vintagesupplies.com Look for part number 726. Regards, Lew Palmer I am
/html/mgs/2003-01/msg00142.html (7,564 bytes)

133. RE: MG clutch rubber (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Tue, 14 Jan 2003 08:48:33 -0600
DOT4 is what is recommended for use by the manufacturer. Regards, Lew Palmer Hi, I m new to the list and just recently acquired a 65 mgb. I plan to do some racing and my question is; would DOT4 brea
/html/mgs/2003-01/msg00286.html (7,251 bytes)

134. RE: Can I ever count on having a fairly trouble-free MG??? (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Wed, 15 Jan 2003 20:21:44 -0600
Remember that the newest MG on these shores is now 23 years old. Therefore, unless the previous owner replaced or restored virtually every part on the car, it remains at least 23 years old. Any car
/html/mgs/2003-01/msg00338.html (11,334 bytes)

135. RE: Crown Wheel and Pinion Replacement (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Tue, 21 Jan 2003 21:17:01 -0600
Changing the CWP is not a 'difficult' job, but it is tricky to get it so the new gears are quiet. I would strongly suggest you search the internet for some guidance. When I converted my TD a few yea
/html/mgs/2003-01/msg00496.html (8,207 bytes)

136. RE: Self Repair Facilities (no LBC) (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Thu, 30 Jan 2003 18:34:45 -0600
From: owner-mgs@autox.team.net [mailto:owner-mgs@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of David Breneman I happened upon a combination restaurant and gunsmith in Noxon Montana several years ago. You can enjoy st
/html/mgs/2003-01/msg00798.html (7,023 bytes)

137. RE: question (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Mon, 2 Dec 2002 22:40:46 -0600
Rick, there was no e-mail address listed for the person asking the question, so please forward. The lights are controlled by the dimmer which on a '75 is on the upper right corner of the dash panel.
/html/mgs/2002-12/msg00036.html (9,576 bytes)

138. RE: new key switch, now won't start (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Tue, 3 Dec 2002 21:42:05 -0600
Bad switch or wrong one. The '75 I'm working on has 4 positions: 1)lock, 2) off, 3) ignition on, and 4) start. Could it be that you have one with too many or too few positions? Regards, Lew Palmer He
/html/mgs/2002-12/msg00058.html (8,554 bytes)

139. RE: help (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Thu, 5 Dec 2002 08:51:08 -0600
I stand corrected. (That's what happens when you have a good memory - just short, that's all). I rechecked and found that on a '75 MGB with wire wheels, the socket I use is a 1-3/8" with an outside d
/html/mgs/2002-12/msg00100.html (7,949 bytes)

140. RE: help (score: 1)
Author: "Lew Palmer" <lpalmer@roundaboutmanor.com>
Date: Thu, 5 Dec 2002 14:21:13 -0600
It looks like3 I'm the only one using a 1-3/8. Again, I stand corrected. It's possible that I've taken mine off with a sloppy-fit socket. But it works. Regards, Lew Palmer 1 5/16" AF, you'll need a s
/html/mgs/2002-12/msg00121.html (7,816 bytes)


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